What is Sahih Muslim 4603 about?

This hadith from Sahih Muslim (Book of The Book on Government) states: "The above tradition has been narrated on the same authority through different chains of transmitters."

Is this hadith authentic?

This hadith is graded Sahih. Sahih hadiths are considered the most authentic grade in hadith classification.

Which collection is this hadith from?

This hadith is from Sahih Muslim, which contains 7,459 hadiths across 57 books. It is hadith number 4603 in the Book of The Book on Government.

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Sahih Muslim #4603

The Book on Government

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The Arabic includes the chain of narration (sanad) and the collector's commentary; the English translation shows the Prophet's words only.

وَحَدَّثَنَا أَبُو بَكْرِ بْنُ أَبِي شَيْبَةَ، حَدَّثَنَا عَبْدُ الرَّحِيمِ بْنُ سُلَيْمَانَ، عَنْ أَبِي حَيَّانَ، ح وَحَدَّثَنِي زُهَيْرُ بْنُ حَرْبٍ، حَدَّثَنَا جَرِيرٌ، عَنْ أَبِي حَيَّانَ، وَعُمَارَةَ بْنِ الْقَعْقَاعِ، جَمِيعًا عَنْ أَبِي زُرْعَةَ، عَنْ أَبِي هُرَيْرَةَ، بِمِثْلِ حَدِيثِ إِسْمَاعِيلَ عَنْ أَبِي حَيَّانَ، ‏.‏

The above tradition has been narrated on the same authority through different chains of transmitters.

Context

This hadith discusses the transmission of traditions and the importance of maintaining authenticity in reporting hadiths. It highlights the meticulous nature of hadith transmission, ensuring that the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) are preserved accurately. This process is crucial for maintaining the integrity of Islamic teachings.

Modern Application

In contemporary times, the emphasis on authenticity can be seen in various fields, including academia and journalism, where verifying sources and ensuring accurate reporting is paramount. This principle encourages individuals to seek truth and uphold integrity in their communications.

Topics

This hadith is tagged with Hadith Transmission and Authenticity in Hadith because it emphasizes the significance of accurately conveying the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ).

Hadith Transmission Authenticity in Hadith